Executive Writer, Senior Specialist

Vanguard•Malvern, PA

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced speechwriter to support Vanguard's chief executive officer in articulating a compelling vision, inspiring internal and external audiences, and advancing the company's reputation and leadership voice. The successful candidate will be an expert storyteller and researcher and will have experience working with C-suite leaders in the financial services industry. The executive writer will be able to translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive, authentic, and memorable narratives tailored to a variety of audiences and formats. We are seeking an experienced speechwriter to support Vanguard's chief executive officer in articulating a compelling vision, inspiring internal and external audiences, and advancing the company's reputation and leadership voice. The successful candidate will be an expert storyteller and researcher and will have experience working with C-suite leaders in the financial services industry. The executive writer will be able to translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive, authentic, and memorable narratives tailored to a variety of audiences and formats.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience in executive communications, public affairs, journalism, or strategic messaging.
Prior experience in an executive speechwriting role.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to capture and executive voices.
Ability to develop a variety of compelling content under tight deadlines.
Excellent judgment and experience providing communications advice and counsel to senior executive leaders.
Experience navigating matrixed organizations.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the head of the Executive Office and the head of Executive Communications to maintain and evolve a distinctive executive voice with consistent messaging, tailored for channel and audience.
Research, draft, and edit speeches, remarks, talking points, op-eds, and other materials for the CEO.
Craft nuanced, persuasive communications that reflect the CEO's tone, priorities, and expert business insights.
Build a library of reusable narratives, anecdotes, and data points that reinforce the CEO's leadership themes.
Ensure all communications meet legal, regulatory, and reputational standards. Partners with Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to proactively manage sensitive topics.
Coach and mentor communications team members on executive-level storytelling, and stakeholder influence.
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

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